Mayor & Board of Trustees
Regular MeetingBriarcliff Manor, NY · March 20, 2019
Minutes
Village Board of Trustees
Regular Meeting
March 20, 2019
7:30 p.m.
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor,
New York was held in the Village of Briarcliff Manor at the William J. Vescio
Community Center, at 1 Library Road, Briarcliff Manor, New York on the 20th of
March, 2019 commencing at 7:30 p.m.
Present
Cesare DeRose, Jr. Acting Mayor/Deputy Mayor
Kevin Hunt, Trustee
Mark L. Wilson, Trustee
Bryan Zirman, Trustee
Also Present
Philip Zegarelli, Village Manager
Daniel Pozin, Village Attorney
Christine Dennett, Village Clerk
David Turiano, Village Engineer
Absent
Lori A. Sullivan, Mayor
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing to Amend a Special Use Permit – Briarcliff Congregational
Church
Village Attorney Pozin stated the Applicant received a favorable recommendation
from the Planning Board and also an approval to amend their Site Plan.
Mr. Keith Austin, representing the Church, explained the proposal to install an
ADA compliant ramp from South State Road.
Village Manager Zegarelli stated the Village would handle the curb cut on the
South State Road side.
Upon motion by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Zirman, the Board voted
unanimously to close the Public Hearing.
Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Zirman, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION
OF THE
VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT
BRIARCLIFF CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted July 13, 1995 ("Original Resolution"), the Board of
Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor issued a Special Use Permit for operation
of a nursery school to the Briarcliff Congregational Church ("Special Use
Permit"), and by subsequent resolutions, most recently in 2015, the Board of
Trustees renewed the Special Use Permit subject to the same and additional
conditions included in the Original Resolution; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted in or about 2008, the Board of Trustees
clarified the permitted uses under the Special Use Permit included allows operation
of a nursery school under either Village Code Section 220-6(J)(10) or Village Code
Section 220-6(J)(10A) subject, in either case, to submission to the Village Building
Department of documentation evidencing compliance with the applicable Village Code
Section; and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 2019, the Planning Board granted amended site plan
approval for the installation of new ADA compliant pathways with related
appurtenances pursuant to plans submitted to the Planning Board (the “Plans”), at
which time the Planning Board considered a Short Environmental Assessment Form
for such work and the adoption of a resolution approving the amended site plan, and
adopted a negative declaration as to same under the New York State Environmental
Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to a referral made to the Planning Board by the Board of
Trustees on March 6, 2019, the Planning Board also authorized that a memo be
provided to the Board of Trustees by which the Planning Board recommended the
approval of any necessary amendment to the Special Use Permit in order to permit
the installation of the new ADA compliant facilities; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Trustees hereby
adopts its own negative declaration pursuant to SEQRA with respect to amending
the Special Use Permit to provide for the installation and use of the new ADA
compliant pathways with related appurtenances as approved by the Planning Board;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, the Board of Trustees hereby approves the
amendment of the Special Use Permit to permit the installation and use of the ADA
compliant facilities; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT except as otherwise provided herein, all other
terms and conditions of the Special Use Permit shall remain in full force and effect.
Board of Trustees Announcements by Trustee Wilson
• Mayor Sullivan sends her regards and our thoughts and prayers are with
her.
• The Fire Department issued a statement regarding hording and why it’s a
bad idea and poses many risks.
• The Library has many upcoming events and the Spring/Summer Brochure
is available. Visit the website for more information.
• The Recreation Spring/Summer Brochure is available. Camp registration
begins May 1st.
• Summer Employment applications are being accepted.
Village Managers Report by Village Manager Zegarelli
• Thank you to the outgoing Mayor and two Trustees for their service and
devotion to the Village.
• The Annual Reorganizational Meeting will be on April 2nd at 7:00pm.
• Pocantico River Bridge work will begin in early April. Notifications will be
sent out to those affected.
• Specifications are being prepared for the Route 9A/Route 100 bridge
repair.
• Westchester County will be responsible for moving the water line under
the CSI wall.
• Spring cleanup has begun by the Department of Public Works.
• The Department of Environmental Conservation approved the work being
done at the organic waste site on Long Hill Road.
• There will not be a Work Session next week.
Public Comments
Mr. Bruce Yeager of 450 Central Drive thanked the outgoing Mayor and Trustees
for their selfless service to the Village. He asked for an update on the Temporary
Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) for The Club and stated there was pooling water
by the former softball field and asked for the Village to take a look.
Village Engineer Turiano stated the requirements for TCO’s were detailed in the
Village Code and the Village was retaining a consultant to review the list of items.
He further stated no requests for TCO’s had been received from The Club to
date.
Trustee Zirman stated he wanted to see screening be installed as part of the
TCO during the upcoming growing season.
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Mr. Yeager stated deliveries were still being accepted on Lodge Road and there
should be consequences.
Mrs. Jessica Kane of 100 Lodge Road requested written notice be provided for
any future amendments to The Club and requested the Village Code be
amended to reflect that.
Mrs. Sabrina Kilpatrick of 7 Lodge Road asked where the “No Deliveries” sign
would be placed and stated she was concerned that Lodge Road would become
a through street and there were several young children in the area.
Village Engineer Turiano stated the Lodge Road access was explicitly stated as
Emergency Access Only.
Trustee Zirman read aloud an email received by Michael Madden of 349 Long
Hill Road regarding the Village Clerk.
Acceptance of Donations
The Board thanked the Friends of the Library and the Wachtel Family for their
donations.
Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Zirman, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts a donation in the
amount of $2,065 from the Friends of the Library for the purposes of purchasing
museum passes.
Increase Revenue – Gifts
(L0108.2705) by $2,065
Increase Expenses – Special Matching Expenses
(L7410.206) by $2,065
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts a donation in the
amount of $2,000 from the Wachtel Family for the purposes of purchasing a tree
to be planted for H. Hayes.
Increase Revenue – Gifts
(A0101.2705) by $2,000
Increase Expenses – Special Matching Expenses
(A8510.420) by $2,000
Adoption of an Amended Policy Against Workplace Sexual Harassment
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Upon motion by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that Board of Trustees does hereby adopt the following policy:
POLICY AGAINST WORKPLACE SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Introduction
The Village of Briarcliff Manor is committed to maintaining a workplace
that is free from sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is a form of workplace
discrimination. The Village has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of sexual
harassment. All employees are required to work in a manner that prevents sexual
harassment in the workplace. This Policy is one component of the Village’s
commitment to a discrimination-free work environment.
Sexual harassment is against the law. All employees, applicants for
employment, interns, non-employees (as defined below) and other persons
conducting business with the Village have a legal right to a workplace that is free
from sexual harassment.
The Village is equally committed to maintaining a workplace that is free
from discrimination and other types of prohibited harassment. For more
information, please see the Village of Briarcliff Manor Employee Handbook.
Policy
This Policy applies to all employees, applicants for employment, interns,
non-employees (see definition below), and other persons conducting business
with the Village regardless of immigration status, (“covered individuals”) with
respect to conduct by other persons.
For purposes of this Policy, a “non-employee” is an independent
contractor, agent or someone who is (or who is employed by) a contractor,
subcontractor, vendor, consultant or anyone providing services in the workplace.
Non-employees also include temporary workers, persons providing equipment
repair, cleaning services or any other service pursuant to a contract, or other
relationship with the Village.
All covered individuals must follow and uphold this Policy.
Sexual harassment is a form of misconduct and will not be tolerated.
Sexual harassment is offensive, a violation of the Village’s Policies, unlawful, and
subjects the Village to liability for harm to targets of sexual harassment. Sexual
harassers may also be individually subject to liability.
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Following receipt of a complaint about sexual harassment or of knowledge
regarding possible sexual harassment that is occurring or has occurred, the
Village will conduct a prompt, thorough and confidential investigation that
ensures due process for all parties. Appropriate corrective action subject to any
statutory or contractual limitations, will be taken whenever sexual harassment is
found to have occurred.
What is “Sexual Harassment?”
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination and is unlawful
pursuant to federal, State and (where applicable) local law. Sexual harassment
includes harassment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, self-identified or
perceived sex, gender expression, gender identity and the status of being
transgender.
Sexual harassment includes unwelcome conduct that is of a sexual nature
or that is directed at an individual because of his/her sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity or transgender status when:
• the conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with
an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or
offensive work environment, even if the complaining individual is not
the intended target of the sexual harassment;
• the conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of
employment; or
• submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as the basis for
employment decisions affecting an individual’s employment.
A sexually harassing hostile work environment includes, but is not limited
to, words, signs, jokes, pranks, intimidation or physical violence that are of a
sexual nature, or that are directed at an individual because of his/her sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or transgender status. Sexual harassment also
consists of any unwanted verbal or physical advances, sexually explicit
derogatory statements or sexually discriminatory remarks made by someone that
are offensive or objectionable to the recipient, which cause the recipient
discomfort or humiliation or that interfere with his/her job performance.
Sexual harassment also occurs when a person in authority tries to trade
job benefits for sexual favors. Job benefits may include hiring, promotion,
continued employment or any other terms, conditions or privileges of
employment. This is also called “quid pro quo” harassment.
Any covered individual who believes that he/she is being or has been
sexually harassed should report the sexual harassment so that any violation of
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this Policy can be promptly corrected. Any sexually harassing conduct, even a
single incident, can be addressed pursuant to this Policy.
Examples of Sexual Harassment
The following describes some of the types of acts that are strictly
prohibited and that may constitute unlawful sexual harassment:
• Physical acts of a sexual nature including:
o Touching, pinching, patting, kissing, hugging, grabbing, brushing
against another person’s body or poking another person’s body;
and
o Rape, sexual battery, molestation or attempts to commit these
assaults.
• Unwanted sexual advances or propositions including:
o Requests for sexual favors accompanied by implied or overt threats
concerning the target’s job performance evaluation, a promotion or
other job benefits or detriments; and
o Subtle or obvious pressure for unwelcome sexual activities.
• Sexually oriented gestures, noises, remarks, jokes or comments about
a person’s sexuality or sexual experience that creates a hostile work
environment.
• Sex stereotyping which occurs when conduct or personality traits are
considered inappropriate simply because they may not conform to
other people’s ideas or perceptions about how individuals of a
particular sex should act or look.
• Sexual or discriminatory displays or publications anywhere in the
workplace including:
o Displaying pictures, posters, calendars, graffiti, objects, promotional
material, reading materials or other materials that are sexually
demeaning or pornographic. This includes displays on workplace
computers, cell phones or other electronic devices and sharing
these displays while in the workplace.
• Hostile actions taken against an individual because of his/her sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or transgender status, including:
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o Interfering with, destroying or damaging a person’s workstation,
tools or equipment, or otherwise interfering with the person’s ability
to perform the job;
o Sabotaging a person’s work; and
o Bullying, yelling or name-calling.
Who Can be a Target of Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment can occur between or among any individuals,
regardless of their sex or gender. New York Law protects covered individuals
from sexual harassment. Sexual harassers can be a superior, a subordinate, a
co-worker or anyone in the workplace including another covered individual or any
other person, including a visitor.
Where Can Sexual Harassment Occur?
Unlawful sexual harassment is not limited to the physical workplace itself.
It can also occur outside of the workplace while covered individuals are traveling
for work or at employer-sponsored events, programs, activities or parties. Calls,
texts, emails, and social media usage can constitute unlawful workplace
harassment even if they occur away from the workplace premises, on personal
devices or outside of work hours.
Retaliation is Prohibited
Retaliation against anyone who, in good faith, complains, provides
information or assists in an investigation of suspected sexual harassment as a
witness or otherwise will not be tolerated.
No covered individual will be subject to adverse action(s) (e.g., being
discharged, disciplined, discriminated against; etc.) because that person, in good
faith, reports an incident of sexual harassment, provides information, or
otherwise participates in any investigation of a sexual harassment complaint.
Appropriate corrective action, subject to any statutory or contractual
limitations, including, but not limited to, disciplinary action, termination of
employment and/or termination of any contractual or other relationship with the
Village will be implemented.
Unlawful retaliation can be any action that could discourage a covered
individual from coming forward to make or support a sexual harassment claim.
Adverse action need not be job-related or occur in the workplace to constitute
unlawful retaliation (e.g., threats of physical violence outside of work hours).
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Retaliation is unlawful pursuant to federal, State and (where applicable)
local law. The New York State Human Rights Law protects any individual who
has engaged in “protected activity.” Protected activity occurs when a person has,
in good faith:
• made a complaint of sexual harassment, either internally or with any
anti-discrimination agency;
• testified or assisted in a proceeding involving sexual harassment
pursuant to the Human Rights Law or other anti-discrimination law;
• opposed sexual harassment by making a verbal or informal complaint
to management, or by simply informing a supervisor or manager of
harassment;
• reported that another employee has been sexually harassed; or
• encouraged a fellow employee to report sexual harassment.
Even if the alleged sexual harassment does not rise to the level of a
violation of law, the individual is protected from retaliation if he/she had a good
faith belief that the practices were unlawful. The retaliation provision is not
intended, however, to protect persons making intentionally false charges of
sexual harassment.
Any covered individual who believes that he/she has been a target of any
acts of retaliation in violation of this Policy should immediately report that conduct
to their Department Head. If the complaint involves or the individual is hesitant to
report to their Department Head, the individual should report the conduct to the
Village Manager. If the complaint involves or the individual is hesitant to report to the
Village Manager, the individual is encouraged to report the behavior to the Village
Clerk.
Contact information for these individuals can be found on the Village’s
website.
Anyone who believes that he/she has been a target of prohibited
retaliation may seek legal remedies, as explained below in the section about
“Legal Protections.”
Reporting Sexual Harassment
Preventing sexual harassment is everyone’s responsibility. The Village
cannot prevent or remedy sexual harassment unless we know about it.
All covered individuals are encouraged to report any behavior that may
constitute sexual harassment in violation of this Policy to their Department Head.
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If the complaint involves or the individual is hesitant to report to their Department
Head, the individual should report the conduct to the Village Manager. If the
complaint involves or the individual is hesitant to report to the Village Manager, the
individual is encouraged to report the behavior to the Village Clerk.
Contact information for these individuals can be found on the Village’s
website.
Anyone who witnesses or becomes aware of a potential instance of sexual
harassment should also report this behavior to one of the above individuals.
Reports of sexual harassment may be made orally or in writing. A form for
submission of a written complaint is attached to this Policy, and all covered
individuals are encouraged to use this complaint form. If a covered individual
reports sexual harassment on behalf of someone else, he/she should use the
written complaint form and note that he/she is submitting the complaint on
someone else’s behalf.
Anyone who believes that he/she has been a target of sexual harassment
may also seek legal remedies as explained below in the section on “Legal
Protections.”
Supervisory Responsibilities
All supervisors and managers who receives a complaint or information
about suspected sexual harassment, observes what may be sexually harassing
behavior or for any reason becomes aware of or suspects that sexual
harassment is occurring or has occurred, is required to report that suspected
sexual harassment to the Village Manager, irrespective of whether the affected
individual files a complaint. If the complaint or information involves the Village
Manager, the supervisor/manager must report the suspected sexual harassment to
the Village Clerk. If the complaint or information involves the Village Clerk the
supervisor/manager must report the suspected sexual harassment to the Village
Manager.
Contact information for these individuals can be found on the Village’s
website.
In addition to potentially being subject to appropriate corrective action,
subject to any statutory or contractual limitations, if they engage in sexually
harassing conduct or retaliation themselves, supervisors and managers will be
subject to appropriate corrective action subject to any statutory or contractual
limitations, for failing to report suspected sexual harassment or for otherwise
knowingly allowing sexual harassment to continue. Corrective action includes,
but it not limited to, disciplinary action or termination of employment.
Complaint and Investigation of Sexual Harassment
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All complaints or information about sexual harassment will be investigated,
whether that information was reported in oral or written form. An investigation of
any complaint, information or knowledge of suspected sexual harassment will be
prompt and thorough, commenced immediately and completed as soon as
possible. All persons involved, including complainants, witnesses and alleged
harassers will be afforded due process, as outlined below, to protect their rights
to a fair and impartial investigation.
All covered individuals, including supervisors and managers, may be
required to cooperate as needed in an investigation of suspected sexual
harassment to the extent permitted by law. Anyone who participates in an
investigation will not be retaliated against for that reason. The village will not
tolerate retaliation against anyone who files a complaint, supports another’s
complaint or participates in an investigation regarding a violation of this Policy.
While the process may vary from case to case, the following investigation
procedure must be followed when there is any indication that sexual harassment
has taken, or is taking, place:
• The Village Manager, or designee, will investigate all complaints of
sexual harassment, except as otherwise outlined herein. Third parties
may be designated to investigate a complaint or assist with any
investigation.
• Upon receipt of a complaint or report of suspected sexual harassment,
the Village Manager, or designee, will conduct an immediate review of
the allegations. If the complaint is oral, the Village manager, or
designee, will encourage the complainant or informant to complete the
written complaint form, a copy of which is attached to this Policy. If he
or she refuses, the Village Manager, or designee, will prepare a
complaint form based on the oral reporting.
• If documents, emails, phone records or other paper or electronic
records are relevant to the allegations, the Village will take steps to
obtain and preserve them.
• The Village Manager, or designee, will request and review all relevant
documents, including all electronic communications.
• The Village Manager, or designee, will interview all parties involved,
including any relevant witnesses.
• All records of the investigation will be maintained in a secure and
confidential location.
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• The Village Manager, or designee, will notify the individual who
complained and the alleged perpetrator of the outcome of the
investigation.
• The Village Manager, or designee, will inform the individual who
complained of his/her right to file a complaint or charge externally, as
outlined below.
Corrective Action
Any person, including covered individuals of every level who, upon an
investigation in accordance with this Policy, is determined to have engaged in
impermissible sexual harassment or retaliation in violation of this Policy, will be
subject to appropriate corrective action, subject to any statutory or contractual
limitations, including, but not limited to, disciplinary action (e.g., suspension or
termination of employment.
If the sexual harassment involves a non-employee or other individual,
then other consequences may be implemented up to and including termination of
any contractual or other relationship between the Village and the non-employee
or other individual.
Confidentiality
The confidentiality and privacy of all parties involved in a complaint, report
or investigation of suspected sexual harassment or retaliation in accordance with
this Policy will be respected to the extent possible while permitting the Village to
conduct a thorough investigation of the complaint or report and take appropriate
corrective action as necessary.
Bad Faith Claims
If, after investigating a complaint of sexual harassment, it is determined
that a person has made a claim of sexual harassment in bad faith, or intentionally
provided false information regarding a claim of sexual harassment or retaliation,
legal action and/or appropriate corrective action including, but not limited to,
disciplinary action, termination of employment and/or termination of any
contractual or other relationship with the Village may be taken against that
person, subject to any statutory or contractual limitations.
Legal Protections and External Remedies
Sexual harassment is not only prohibited by the Village, but it is also
prohibited by State, federal and (where applicable) local law. Aside from the
internal process at the Village covered individuals may also choose to pursue
legal remedies, for example, in court and/or with the below governmental entities.
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While a private attorney is not required to file a complaint with a governmental
agency, you may seek the legal advice of an attorney.
New York State Human Rights Law (HRL)
The HRL, codified as N.Y. Executive Law, Art. 15, § 290 et seq., applies to
employers in New York State with regard to sexual harassment and protects
employees, paid and unpaid interns and non-employees regardless of
immigration status. A complaint alleging violation of the Human Rights Law may
be filed either with the DHR or in New York State Supreme Court. Complaints
with the DHR may be filed any time within one year of the harassment. If an
individual did not file at the DHR, they can sue directly in State court pursuant to
the HRL within three years of the alleged harassment. An individual may not file
with the DHR if they have already filed a HRL complaint in State court.
Complaining internally to the Village does not extend your time to file with
the DHR or in court. The one-year and three-year time periods outlined above
are counted from the date of the most recent incident of harassment.
You do not need an attorney to file a complaint with the DHR, and there is
no cost to file. The DHR will investigate your complaint and determine whether
there is probable cause to believe that discrimination has occurred. Probable
cause cases are forwarded to a public hearing before an administrative law
judge. If sexual harassment is found after a hearing, the DHR has the authority to
award relief, which varies but may include requiring an employer to take action to
stop the harassment, or redress the damage caused, including paying monetary
damages, attorneys’ fees and civil fines.
The DHR’s main office contact information is: NYS Division of Human
Rights, One Fordham Plaza, Fourth Floor, Bronx, New York 10458, (718) 741-
8400. The contact information for DHR’s Westchester County Office is: 7-11
South Broadway, Suite 314, White Plains, New York 10601, (914) 989-3120,
eFax: (914) 989-3122, InfoWhitePlains@dhr.ny.gov, www.dhr.ny.gov. Individuals
can contact the DHR at (888) 392-3644 or visit dhr.ny.gov/complaint for more
information about filing a complaint. The website has a complaint form that can
be downloaded, filled out, notarized and mailed to the DHR. The website also
contains contact information for DHR’s regional offices across New York State.
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
enforces federal anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the 1964 federal
Civil Rights Act (codified as 42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq.). An individual can file a
complaint with the EEOC anytime within 300 days from the harassment. You do
not need an attorney to file a complaint with the EEOC and there is no cost to
file. The EEOC will investigate the complaint and determine whether there is
reasonable cause to believe that discrimination has occurred, at which point the
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EEOC will issue a Right to Sue letter permitting the individual to file a complaint
in federal court.
The EEOC does not hold hearings or award relief, but may take other
action including pursuing cases in federal court on behalf of complaining parties.
Federal courts may award remedies if discrimination is found to have occurred.
If an employee believes that he/she has been discriminated against at
work, he/she can file a “Charge of Discrimination.” The EEOC has district, area,
and field offices where complaints can be filed. Contact the EEOC by calling 1-
800-669-4000 (1-800-669-6820 (TTY)), visiting their website at www.eeoc.gov or
via email at info@eeoc.gov. If an individual filed an administrative complaint with
the DHR, the DHR will file the complaint with the EEOC to preserve the right to
proceed in federal court.
Local Protections
Many localities enforce laws protecting individuals from sexual
harassment and discrimination. An individual should contact the county, city or
town in which they live or work to find out if one or more of these laws exist.
For example, anyone who lives or works in Westchester County may file
complaints of sexual harassment with the Westchester County Human Rights
Commission at: 112 East Post Road, 3rd Floor, White Plains, New York 10601,
(914) 995-7710.
Contact the Police Department
If the sexual harassment involves physical touching, coerced physical
confinement or coerced sexual acts, the conduct may constitute a crime and
affected individuals should contact the police department.
Dissemination and Training
This Policy will be posted prominently in all work locations to the extent
practicable (for example, in a main office, but not an off-site work location). The
Village will provide this Policy to all employees and will provide this Policy to new
employees upon hire. We trust that everyone will continue to act responsibly
to establish a working environment free of sexual harassment. We
encourage you at any time to raise any questions you may have about this
Policy.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT COMPLAINT FORM
If you believe that you have been subjected to sexual harassment, you are
encouraged to complete this form and submit it to the Village Manager. If your
complaint involves or you are hesitant to submit this form to the Village Manager,
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you should submit the form to their Department Head. If your complaint involves
or you are hesitant to submit this form to their Department Head, you should
submit this form to the Village Clerk. Contact information for these individuals can
be found on the Village’s website. This form can be submitted by hand delivery,
mail or email. Retaliation against anyone who, in good faith, files a sexual
harassment complaint form is prohibited. If you are more comfortable reporting
orally or in another manner, the Village will complete this form, provide you with a
copy of it and follow its Policy Against Workplace Sexual Harassment by
investigating the claims.
For additional resources, visit: ny.gov/programs/combating-sexual-
harassment-workplace
COMPLAINANT INFORMATION
Name:___________________________________________________________
Home Address: ________________________ Work
Address:_____________________
Home Phone: __________________________ Work
Phone:______________________
JobTitle:_____________________________Email:_______________________
Select Preferred Communication Method: Email Phone In person
SUPERVISORY INFORMATION
Immediate Supervisor’s
Name:______________________________________________
Title:____________________________________________________________
Work Phone: __________________________
Work Address:_____________________
COMPLAINT INFORMATION
1. The complaint of Sexual Harassment is made about:
Name:______________________________Title:_________________________
Work Address: ________________________
Work Phone:______________________
Relationship to you: ___ Supervisor ___ Subordinate ___ Co-Worker ___ Other
2. Please describe what happened and how it is affecting you and your work.
Please use additional sheets of paper if necessary and attach any relevant
documents or evidence.
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________
___________________________________
3. Date(s) sexual harassment occurred:
______________________________________________
Is the sexual harassment continuing? ___ Yes ___ No
4. Please list the name and contact information of any witnesses or individuals
who may have information related to your complaint:
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
_____________________
The last question is optional, but may help the investigation.
5. Have you previously complained or provided information (oral or written) about
related incidents? If yes, when and to whom did you complain or provide
information?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
If you retained legal counsel and would like us to work with them, please provide
their contact information.
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
I hereby affirm that the information contained in this complaint is true and correct
to the best of my knowledge, information and belief.
Signature: __________________________ Date: __________________
Scheduling Annual Organizational Meeting & Tentative Budget Public
Hearing
Upon motion by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Zirman, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the following resolution:
A. ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Annual Organizational Meeting of the Board of
Trustees is hereby scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 7:00 pm.
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B. 2019-2020 TENTATIVE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
BE IT RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing for the 2019-2020 Tentative Budget is
hereby scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 7:30 pm.
Budget Amendment – Insurance Recovery
Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Zirman, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 is hereby amended
as follows:
INSURANCE RECOVERY
Increase Expense A3410.226 Vehicle Repair $1,154.49
Increase Revenue A0101.2680 Insurance Recovery $1,154.49
Fire Department Membership
The Board thanked the new member for joining and stated it was nice to see
second generation memberships.
Upon motion by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor
hereby approve the membership of Joshua Horowitz to the Briarcliff Manor
Hook and Ladder Company.
Minutes
Upon motion by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Zirman, the Board voted
unanimously to approve the minutes of March 6, 2019.
Adjournment
Trustee Zirman read aloud a statement thanking all the Boards, Committees, Fire
Department, Historical Society, various civic groups and the Village Staff for all
the work they do. He stated it was a pleasure and an honor to have worked with
them all and stated the Village was in good hands with the incoming Mayor and
Trustees.
Trustee Wilson read aloud a statement thanking all the first responders and
Village Staff and past and present Board members. He stated he was proud of
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all the accomplishments the Board had done and wished the incoming Mayor
and Trustee the best in the future.
Upon motion by Trustee Zirman, seconded by Trustee Wilson, the Board voted
unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 8:36pm.
Respectfully Submitted By,
Christine Dennett
Village Clerk
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